CNA Gerontological Nursing Practice Questions - CNA Gerontological Nursing Certification (GNC(C)) Examination Exam

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An 82-year-old Orthodox Jewish resident refuses to eat the meals provided by a long-term care facility, stating they are not kosher. What is the most appropriate initial response by the nurse?

Explain that the facility's menu is approved by a dietitian and contains all necessary nutrients for their recovery. Consult with the facility's dietitian and the resident's family to source certified kosher meals from an approved vendor. Instruct the resident that they must adapt to the facility's meals to maintain their strength and avoid weight loss. Request a psychiatric consultation to evaluate the resident for food-related delusions or obsessive-compulsive traits.

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Consult with the facility's dietitian and the resident's family to source certified kosher meals from an approved vendor.

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